This document provides information about COVID-19 including what it is, its symptoms, how to protect yourself, immunity after vaccination, and details on the Delta variant. COVID-19 is a new coronavirus strain that was first detected in China and has since spread globally, with symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Key recommendations to prevent spread include frequent handwashing, social distancing, disinfecting surfaces, wearing masks, and staying home when sick. Vaccines provide protection but we still have more to learn about duration of immunity. The highly contagious Delta variant may cause more severe illness in unvaccinated individuals.

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2. WHAT IS COVID?
COVID-19 is a new strain of coronavirus that has not been previously identified in humans. The
COVID-19 is the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, Hubei province,
China.
Since December 2019, cases have been identified in a growing number of countries. The District’s.
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are known to cause illness ranging from the common
cold to more severe diseases such as Severe Acute Respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East
Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).
Public health authorities are learning more every day. We will continue to update as we learn more.

3. Symptoms of COVID-19
Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for
confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases.
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure:
 Fever
 Shortness of breath
 Cough
 Headache
 New loss of taste or smell
 Repeated shaking with chills
 Sore throat
 Muscle pain

4. How to Protect Yourself from COVID-19
The symptoms that are currently being seen with COVID-19 are shortness of breath, fever, cough, headache,
new loss of taste or smell, repeated shaking with chills, sore throat and muscle pain. To help prevent the spread
of germs, you should:
 Multiple times a day, wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after
going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
 Maintain a safe distance from others (at least 1 metre), even if they don’t appear to be sick.
 Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
 Wear a mask in public, especially indoors or when physical distancing is not possible.
 Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
 Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if you have symptoms of acute respiratory
illness.
 Stay home from work or school until you are free of fever, signs of a fever, and any other symptoms for at
least 24 hours and without the use of fever-reducing or other symptom-altering medications.
 Seek medical attention if you have reason to believe you have been exposed to coronavirus or influenza.
Call your healthcare provider before visiting a healthcare facility.

5. Immunity after COVID-19 vaccination
 There is still a lot we are learning about COVID-19 vaccines and CDC is constantly
reviewing evidence and updating guidance. We don’t know how long protection lasts
for those who are vaccinated.
 What we do know is that COVID-19 has caused very serious illness and death for a lot
of people – including children.
 If you get COVID-19, you also risk giving it to loved ones who may get very sick.
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is a safer choice.
 People who have a condition or are taking medications that weaken their immune
system may not be protected even if they are fully vaccinated. They should continue to
take all
, until advised otherwise by their healthcare provider.

6. DELTA VARIANT
The Delta variant causes more infections and spreads faster than earlier forms of the virus that
causes COVID-19. It might cause more severe illness than previous strains in unvaccinated
people.
 Vaccines continue to reduce a person’s risk of contracting the virus that cause COVID-19,
including this variant.
 Vaccines continue to be highly effective at preventing hospitalization and death, including
against this variant.
 Fully vaccinated people with breakthrough infections from this variant appear to be
infectious for a shorter period.
 Get vaccinated and wear masks indoors in public spaces to reduce the spread of this variant.

7. THANKYOU!!!